Tidal’s New Initiative for Songwriters
Tidal, the music streaming service, has announced a new set of tools designed specifically for songwriters. After focusing on artists for an extensive period, the company is now turning its attention to helping songwriters manage their catalogs and ensure they are paid properly.
Exclusive Tools for American Songwriters
The newly launched tools are currently available only for songwriters based in the United States. To take advantage of these new features, songwriters must sign up for Tidal Artist Home. In addition, users are prompted to register with the Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC). Songwriters who are registering with a Performance Rights Organization (PRO) for the first time can sign up via the PRO Alltrack.
Managing and Categorizing Works
One of the key features within Tidal Artist Home is the ability to categorize works into three groups: completed works, works without recordings, and unmatched recordings. This categorization helps in maximizing royalties and ensuring accurate ownership documentation. Additionally, Tidal now supports collaborative split sheets, allowing songwriters to unlock rightsholder tracking and invite collaborators to sign off on their shares.
Handling Metadata and Credits
Managing metadata has always been a complex but crucial task for songwriters. Tidal Artist Home simplifies this process, allowing songwriters to easily view and manage their credits and metadata. Properly managed metadata ensures that songwriters get credited and paid accurately for their tracks or albums. The service consolidates all essential information, including IPI, PRO, and publisher details, thereby making the overall management of works more efficient.
If you are a songwriter based in the United States, you can now claim your songwriter profile on Tidal by visiting tidal.com/forsongwriters. Follow us on social media to stay updated on the latest trends and tools for songwriters.
